- present participle of reciprocate.
reciprocating
Example Sentences
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With gas turbines in short supply, hyperscalers are turning to reciprocating engines that are smaller, less efficient, more emissions-heavy—but available.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 2, 2026
Compared with turbines, reciprocating engines tend to be smaller, less efficient, more emissions heavy and require more frequent maintenance.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Jul. 1, 2026
At the same time, oil and gas is expected to see moderate growth this year, with reciprocating engine sales expected to increase, driven by strong demand in gas compression applications, Creed says.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 1, 2026
Liberty Energy is adapting its oil and gas equipment, specifically gas-fired reciprocating engines, to provide on-site power for data centers.
From Barron's ● Jan. 29, 2026
In the driveway there are hugs and kisses good-bye, initiated by Maxine, his parents reciprocating clumsily.
From "The Namesake" by Jhumpa Lahiri
